On the other large pit we were pointed in the direction of a Sanderling, a lifer for us both as well as 1 Ringed Plover, 1 Little Ringed Plover, 2 Great Black Backed Gull.

We were told about the decline of the Slender-Billed Curlew and how sightings should be reported. This came up because of their similarity to the Whimbrel. Any one interested in how to identify them and who to report the sightings to use the following links (thanks Mike).